Last updated: June 2024
Welcome to CoopCrow ("CoopCrow," "we," "us," or "our"), a website dedicated to backyard chicken keeping and homesteading reviews, guides, and resources located at coopcrow.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By browsing, reading, commenting on, or otherwise interacting with CoopCrow, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, along with our Privacy Policy. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Acceptable Use
You agree to use CoopCrow only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use of the Site. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Posting defamatory, abusive, harassing, or obscene content in comments or forms
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our servers, databases, or any connected systems
- Using automated tools (bots, scrapers) to extract content without our prior written consent
- Uploading viruses, malware, or any code designed to disrupt or damage the Site's functionality
- Impersonating another person or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity
- Reproducing, duplicating, copying, or reselling any portion of the Site's content without permission
- Using the Site to promote illegal animal husbandry practices or violate local livestock ordinances
We reserve the right to remove any content, restrict access, or terminate accounts that violate these standards, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.
3. Content, Reviews, and Opinions Disclaimer
CoopCrow publishes articles, product reviews, coop and incubator comparisons, breed guides, and general homesteading advice based on research, personal experience, and reader feedback. All content is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only.
Our reviews and opinions reflect the views of the individual authors at the time of writing and are not guarantees of product performance, durability, safety, or suitability for your specific flock, climate, or property. Chicken keeping and homesteading involve variables–weather, predator pressure, local regulations, breed temperament, and individual animal health–that we cannot account for in every recommendation.
We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any content on the Site. Product specifications, pricing, and availability referenced in our reviews are subject to change by manufacturers and retailers without our knowledge. Always verify current product details directly with the manufacturer or retailer, and consult a licensed veterinarian or agricultural extension office for guidance specific to your animals and property.
4. Affiliate Relationships and Advertising Disclosure
CoopCrow participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through links on our Site, at no additional cost to you.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
We may also participate in other affiliate programs with retailers, hatcheries, feed suppliers, and equipment manufacturers relevant to backyard chicken keeping and homesteading. Any compensation we receive is used to support the research, testing, and operation of this Site, and does not affect the price you pay for any product.
5. Intellectual Property
All original text, graphics, logos, photographs, and compilations of content on CoopCrow are the property of CoopCrow or its content contributors and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may share links to our articles and quote brief excerpts with proper attribution, but you may not republish, redistribute, or sell our content without prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Links
The Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers, manufacturers, and informational resources. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party site, and inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement beyond what is stated in our reviews.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CoopCrow, its owners, authors, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any content, products, or services referenced on it. This includes, without limitation, damages related to loss of livestock, property damage, personal injury, lost profits, or data loss, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Your use of any information, product recommendation, or guide found on CoopCrow is at your own risk. You are solely responsible for evaluating the suitability, safety, and legality of any product, breed, or practice for your own circumstances before acting on it.
8. No Professional Advice
Nothing on this Site constitutes veterinary, legal, agricultural, or construction advice. Content related to coop building, flock health, predator-proofing, zoning, or similar topics is general in nature. Always consult qualified local professionals before making decisions that affect the health of your animals, the safety of your structures, or your compliance with local laws and ordinances.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CoopCrow and its owners, employees, and contributors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which CoopCrow's operator resides, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in that jurisdiction.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Site functionality. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Terms were last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out through the contact information provided on our Site. We're happy to clarify any part of our policies for our readers and fellow chicken keepers.